Behavioral Health Clinician III - Acute Care Therapy

UNC Health; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in North Carolina is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician III to deliver direct care, assessments, and therapy to individuals facing acute mental health and substance use challenges. You will work in a team-based setting, providing ongoing care management and clinical support through assessments, care planning, and evaluation of patient needs.

The role requires a Master’s degree in social work or related field and NC licensure (LCSW/LPC/LCMHC), plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or other human services related field.
• Currently licensed in the state of North Carolina: (i.e. LCSW, LPC, LCMHC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and risk evaluations for patients identified as having safety concerns.
• Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and treatment team.
• Facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions using appropriate clinical modalities.
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care and support discharge planning.
• Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nurses, and support staff to ensure cohesive care delivery.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed.
• Document clinical interactions and progress notes in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or other human services related field

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

UNC Health in North Carolina is seeking a Behavioral Health Clinician III to deliver direct care, assessments, and therapy to individuals facing acute mental health and substance use challenges. You will work in a team-based setting, providing ongoing care management and clinical support through assessments, care planning, and evaluation of patient needs.

The role requires a Master’s degree in social work or related field and NC licensure (LCSW/LPC/LCMHC), plus BLS certification.